Pittsburgh Performing Arts Project Report

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The Pittsburgh Performing Arts Center was founded in 1989, and has served over 150,000 young people, 30,000 teachers, and a countless number of school districts over the past 25 years. The Pittsburgh Performing Arts Center designs programs to inspire students’ artistic expression and thought through integrative experiences. Our programs adapt to fit the needs of all students ranging from kindergarten to twelfth grade. The design of our 2016 season will bring laughter, excitement, and a time to explore for all participating students’, but it will also be an asset for education, engagement, and inspiration for the next generation. Arts integration in a school curriculum also establishes more of an understanding in the core classes of reading, …show more content…
The Pittsburgh Performing Arts Center offers classes that support cross-curriculum learning through the National Standards for Arts Education. Hands-on activity and a diverse curriculum are the main points of focus to enhance learning and imagination. Classes are offered on Thursdays and Fridays from 10am-12pm, and districts must sign up ahead of time if they wish to take part in the adventure. The Pittsburgh Performing Arts Center encompasses dance, theater, and world music, and all classes are proper for the specific academic level. Classes will focus on the history of dance, theater, and world music. Demonstrations and activities will enhance our program, and students will also have a chance to participate in the demonstrations. Teachers may call or send an email to the center to find out more information about specific class …show more content…
The summer camp is two weeks, running Monday through Friday from 9am-3pm. The camp features a variety of cultural endeavors through dancing, singing, instrumental playing, acting, and much more. At the end of the second week, groups of students will have a chance to perform one piece for the rest of the camp. The staff will accommodate to every class, and no student will leave with a feeling of dissatisfaction. Any student is welcome to register for the program; however a small tuition rate of $100 is due before the start of the camp. The cost covers material fees, teaching costs, and activity fees. Please sign up your child up for the correct age bracket, which coincides with his or her fall 2017 grade level. We have brochures available to provide you with more

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